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Text to Speech SSML tag
Hi,
I would like to know if it is possible to tune the articulates TTS voices using the SSML markup tags that are defined by Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) Version 1.1, W3C Recommendation...
Hi, everyone!
I have some great news to share. We just released another update for Storyline 360. In Update 83, we’ve included important fixes and new features!
One enhanced feature we’ve included:
Unlock new possibilities for text-to-speech audio. Use speech synthesis markup language (SSML) to adjust the speaking rate, modify pronunciation, emphasize words, add pauses, and more.
To take advantage of this update, launch the Articulate 360 desktop app on your computer, and click the Update button next to Storyline 360. You'll find our step-by-step instructions here!
Hi John,
Thanks for reaching out and sharing what you would like to see in the Text to Speech options.
The ability to use SSML has been included in the feature request and this conversation has been tagged so that we can share any updates with you here.
I was very excited to try it, but very disappointed that it simply doesn't work here. The voices read the SSML code, which has no effect on the output. The syntax highlighting is there, so that part of the update took place. Based on your stellar record I install AS360 updates almost immediately without fear, but the neural voices have never impressed me — I sense now that they possibly aren't properly updated. I didn't know about a workaround until today, but I'm creating new audio and changing old with more than just a space at the end, and I've had to use/avoid the same voices as ever.
So summarize: SSML is not working after installing the latest update. Despite syntax highlighting, Standard or Neural voices read the tags out loud. In light of information gleaned here today I suspect my Neural voices have not updated properly, perhaps across this and several previous updates.
